perfumery

noun

per·​fum·​ery pər-ˈfyü-mə-rē 

pə-, 

-ˈfyüm-rē

plural perfumeries

1

a

: the art or process of making perfume

b

: the products made by a perfumer

2

: an establishment where perfumes are made

Examples of perfumery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At the turn of the twentieth century, perfumery was widely regarded as a European inheritance—guarded by Paris and Grasse, shaped by centuries of ritual and refinement. —Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2026

Fischersund — the Icelandic art collective and perfumery brand – staged its first scented concert in Paris, at Dover Street Market, on Thursday evening. —Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Mar. 2026

The result is a slow recalibration of perfumery itself, one that reshapes how fragrances behave, wear, and resonate over time. —Danielle James, Allure, 12 Feb. 2026

Where to Shop Huber loves the perfumery and boutique at Coqui Coqui Mérida hotel, as well as Casa T’ho, a concept store on Paseo de Montejo stocked with fashion, jewelry, and fragrances by Mexican designers. —April Long, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

Kids Definition

perfumery

noun

per·​fum·​ery pə(r)-ˈfyüm-(ə-)rē 

plural perfumeries

1

: the art or process of making perfume

2

: a place where perfumes are made